It's an exciting event for all

When royals take Wimbledon – best photos of the fashion, the cheering and the surprise moments

June 27, 2019 - 11:15 BSTAinhoa BarcelonaTake a look at the best photos of the royal family attending Wimbledon, from the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex to Princess Eugenie and Zara Tindall

Wimbledon is always a highlight of the summer for members of the royal family. Fans are guaranteed to catch a glimpse of certain royal tennis lovers cheering on their favourite players from the stands – most notably the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall, and Lord and Lady Frederick Windsor. Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice are also likely to make an appearance, while the Duchess of Sussex is usually spotted backing her close friend Serena Williams.

But it's not just an exciting sporting event. It's also the perfect time for the royals to show off their summer style, mingle with other famous faces and indulge in Wimbledon traditions like drinking Pimm's and eating strawberries and cream. Take a look at some of the best moments in royal Wimbledon history…

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

The Duchess became patron of the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club in 2016, a patronage that the Queen passed on to her. Kate has always been a regular at Wimbledon, attending as a child with the Middleton family, but now she has pride of place in the Royal Box. Kate's facial expressions are priceless, and she gets as anxious as the rest of us!

The Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex

Kate and Meghan made a joint appearance at Wimbledon in 2018, just two months after Harry and Meghan's royal wedding. The mum-of-three looked radiant in a polka-dot Jenny Packham dress while her sister-in-law Meghan was ultra-chic in a Ralph Lauren ensemble – a crisp striped shirt and wide-legged cream trousers. Meghan carried a handbag by Altuzzara, Illesteva sunnies and a Maison Michel Panama hat.

Prince Charles

The Queen

When she was patron of the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, Her Majesty had the honour of meeting the winners. Here she is presenting a trophy to British tennis player Virginia Wade after she won the women's singles in 1977.